Process control system

Proficy Process Systems is an integrated system for process control with scalable architecture and an open fieldbus approach. The hardware and software infrastructure offers the benefits of both traditional DCS and PLC/HMI systems for handling process, discrete and motion control applications, while the software provides visibility, analytics and connectivity throughout the enterprise.

By Plant Engineering Staff

11/15/2007

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Proficy Process Systems is an integrated system for process control with scalable architecture and an open fieldbus approach. The hardware and software infrastructure offers the benefits of both traditional DCS and PLC/HMI systems for handling process, discrete and motion control applications, while the software provides visibility, analytics and connectivity throughout the enterprise. The system consists of the application layer (workstation, console, historian, change management, batch execution and ERP connectivity); controllers; and fieldbus and I/O.

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